Mars Geoscience Climatology Orbiter (MGCO) extended study: Technical volume
Abstract
The FLTSATCOM Earth orbiting communications satellite is a prominent candidate to serve as the Mars Geoscience Climatology Orbiter (MGCO) spacecraft. Major aspects directly applicable are: (1) the incorporation of solid orbit insertion motor; (2) the ability to cruise to Mars in the spin-stabilized mode; (3) ample capability for payload mass and power; (4) attitude control tried to nadir and orbit plane coordinates; (5) exemplary Earth orbital performance record and projected lifetime; and (6) existence of an on-going procurement into the MGCO time period.
- Publication:
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Final Report TRW Electronics and Defense Sector
- Pub Date:
- May 1983
- Bibcode:
- 1983trw..reptR.....
- Keywords:
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- Fleet Satellite Communication System;
- Mars (Planet);
- Mars Observer;
- Spacecraft Design;
- Flight Plans;
- Pointing Control Systems;
- Spacecraft Instruments;
- Spacecraft Power Supplies;
- Launch Vehicles and Space Vehicles